Pensioners & Seniors Rebates
Eligible pensioner/ concession card holders may claim a rebate. For more information regarding the rebate please refer to the back of your rate notice. In order to obtain a concession on your rates you must register with Water Corporation WA on 1300 659 951.
If you meet the following criteria during this financial year, you may be entitled to register your property for a concession on council rates:-
- You are the owner or part owner of the property;
- You live in the property;
- You hold either a current pensioner concession card, seniors card or a state concession card.
Depending upon individual circumstances concessions available are:
- Rebates of up to 50% of current council rates and Emergency Services Levy.
- Deferment, without interest, of up to 100% of current rates.
For full details on how to register your property for this purpose please contact Council’s Rates Section (9951 7000).
Note: This concession scheme is funded by the Western Australian State Government under the provisions of the Rates and Charges (Rebates and Deferments) Act 1992 (as amended). In order to obtain a concession on your current rates account you MUST register at the council office.
Rubbish Charges are not eligible for pension rebates and must be paid in full each year.